What does water damage on a plaster ceiling look like?

• <div><p>Look for flaking paint or air bubbles that burst and then flake away. Paint will begin to flake after being exposed to minimal moisture or water, so it’s a good indicator of any water damage. If you notice your paint starting to flake, feel the plaster underneath to see if it is soft or damp.</p></div>

How much does it cost to replace a plaster ceiling?

• <div><p>If you already have plaster walls and ceilings, adding new plaster costs $2 to $10 per square foot. For an average-sized room, that would come out to $1,200 to $10,000. However, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-replace-plaster-with-drywall.htm">cost to replace plaster with drywall</a> is higher—running between $720 and $1,250 for a 10-by-8-foot wall or ceiling (not including drywall finishing). </p></div>

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Q: How many sheets of drywall can a person hang in a day?

• <div><p>The person&rsquo;s skill will affect how many drywall sheets they can hang in one day. Some people can hang 10 or more sheets in a day, while others may only hang six or seven sheets. It also depends on the framing complexity since custom cutting and fitting the drywall can prolong the process.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if I have plaster or drywall?

• <div><p>You can usually tell if you have plaster or drywall by touch (plaster is harder, colder, and smoother than drywall) or by tapping on it (drywall sounds hollow, plaster does not). If you still cannot tell, peek under an outlet cover and check the cut edges. The rough edges show the composition of the wall. You will see either drywall (two paper sheets sandwiching gypsum material) or only plaster material (no paper sheets). </p></div>

Q: Can I use wall anchors on any type of wall?

• <div><p>Wall anchors are suitable for drywall and plaster walls, which are common in most homes. However, different wall materials may require specialized anchors. For concrete or masonry walls, you'd typically use concrete anchors. When dealing with other wall types, such as brick or tile, specific anchors designed for those materials may be necessary. Always consult with a hardware specialist or check the manufacturer's recommendations to ensure you select the appropriate anchors for your specific wall type.</p></div>

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My elderly father hired this business to dig a hole to access a break in his waterline. The hole/digging was left incomplete and in a dangerous state. They charged my father $600 to not only dig an incomplete hole but weed part of his yard (that he repeatedly told them NOT to do). They refused...
Cesar's Tree Service & Maintenance
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Reviewed in November 2023
Diego did an amazing job remodeling my whole bathroom!! He did a tile shower and tile flooring that came out very nice!
PRZ NM LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
Friday, waterheater goes out in rental house, Jose was my angel. I used ANGI on a lark, not expecting anything, but Jose called within a couple hours, was able to get to the rental and fix the problem before the end of the day. A blessed miracle!
JLC Plumbing & Gas, Inc
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Reviewed in January 2021
I have used another local landscaping company in the past and was extremely dissatisfied with their work and customer service. Therefore, I was hesitant to use another local company. But I have to say and share, that Eric exceeded our expectations! He is prompt, professional and easy to work...
La Mesilla Properties, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2020
Please modify my expense for a frozen water line. Not busted or cracked, just frozen.
Husky Refrigeration HVAC & Mechanical, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2019
I had them to a refrigerated air, heating and water heater. Lower than Costco's recommendation of Signature who only wanted to do refrigerated air and heating. Professional employees from start to finish-kept me informed of what they were doing each step of the way.
AC&R, Inc. Heating Cooling and Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2016
The first day: I was happy to have the help but I thought it went very slow. They pulled weeds between my lavender plants and laid weed cloth between the rows. Three people took eight hours. I thought it was excessive. The second day: Pulled out our heirloom trumpet vine. Didn't pull the elm...
Montoya's Landscaping
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Reviewed in July 2015
Professional and experienced. Water heater install went smoothly. No issues and I would recommend highly.
Better Water Heaters, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2012
Overall it was an ok experience. I did have to call Toby back to fix a lot of his mistakes or finish texture in rooms that had bald spots that never got shot with the hopper. The house was never sanded after the taping it looked horrible. Bullnose corners werent rounded. Inside corners werent...
Toby's Drywall
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Reviewed in August 2011
They have done a fine job. They were engaged by my father and I haven't received the bill from them yet. They are very nice people and know what they are doing. They are not just unemployed people who decided to go into the landscape business. The guy that runs the place and does most of the...
Custom Yard Work
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The person’s skill will affect how many drywall sheets they can hang in one day. Some people can hang 10 or more sheets in a day, while others may only hang six or seven sheets. It also depends on the framing complexity since custom cutting and fitting the drywall can prolong the process.

You can usually tell if you have plaster or drywall by touch (plaster is harder, colder, and smoother than drywall) or by tapping on it (drywall sounds hollow, plaster does not). If you still cannot tell, peek under an outlet cover and check the cut edges. The rough edges show the composition of the wall. You will see either drywall (two paper sheets sandwiching gypsum material) or only plaster material (no paper sheets).

Look for flaking paint or air bubbles that burst and then flake away. Paint will begin to flake after being exposed to minimal moisture or water, so it’s a good indicator of any water damage. If you notice your paint starting to flake, feel the plaster underneath to see if it is soft or damp.

If you already have plaster walls and ceilings, adding new plaster costs $2 to $10 per square foot. For an average-sized room, that would come out to $1,200 to $10,000. However, the cost to replace plaster with drywall is higher—running between $720 and $1,250 for a 10-by-8-foot wall or ceiling (not including drywall finishing).

Wall anchors are suitable for drywall and plaster walls, which are common in most homes. However, different wall materials may require specialized anchors. For concrete or masonry walls, you'd typically use concrete anchors. When dealing with other wall types, such as brick or tile, specific anchors designed for those materials may be necessary. Always consult with a hardware specialist or check the manufacturer's recommendations to ensure you select the appropriate anchors for your specific wall type.

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